The Yamaha MX88 rocks more than 1,000 killer MOTIF XS sounds, a class-compliant USB audio/MIDI interface, and deep controller integration with your favorite computer music software. Its 88 keys are full-sized, weighted, and velocity sensitive. Matte black keytops absorb moisture and remain tactile after extended use. Bring this synth/controller to the studio or a gig and deploy its potent patch arsenal. From amazing acoustic pianos, EPs, strings, and drums to evolving 8-element synth textures, the MX puts it all right at your fingertips. Versatile, powerful with DAW software included.
Features
88 Graded Hammer Standard keys are heavier in the lower register and lighter in the higher register for real piano feel
Matte black keytops absorb moisture and remain tactile after extended use without becoming slippery
FM Essential expands your sonic arsenal with iOS FM synthesizer app that includes drum loops, FX, and more
Class compliant USB audio/MIDI for plug-and-play connectivity
Layer, zone, cycle, switch, randomize, and control up to 8 elements per voice with Yamaha’s powerful MOTIF sound engine
VCM (Virtual Circuit Modeling) re-creates the sound and behavior of vintage signal processors and FX
128-note polyphony for dropout-free live performance or with full 16-track sequences
Damper Resonance DSP models grand piano sound with dampers off the strings
Record/play back stereo audio and 16 channels of MIDI with a single USB cable and no external devices
DAW Remote controls transport, mixer, and software instruments from the MX top panel
USB-to-device port for connection of USB flash drives for loading and storing data
1/8″ aux line input for connection of tablets and mobile devices
Auto power off shuts down after period of inactivity, saving energy
Includes Cubase AI, Steinberg Prologue, and Yamaha YC-3B
Specifications
Sound Engine Type(s): Motif Sound Engine
Analog/Digital: Digital
Number of Keys: 88
Type of Keys: Fully weighted Graded Hammer Standard
Other Controllers: Pitchbend, Mod Wheel
Polyphony: 128 notes, 16-part multitimbral
Number of Presets: Over 1000 voices
Effects Types: VCM vintage effects & processing
Audio Inputs: 1 x 1/8″ (aux in)
Audio Outputs: 2 x 1/4″ (stereo out)
Headphones: 1 x 1/4″
USB: 1 x Type A, 1 x Type B
MIDI I/O: In/Out/USB
Pedal Inputs: 2 x 1/4″ (sustain, foot controller)
Expansion: USB Flash Drive sounds (WAV, AIFF, SMF)
Software: Cubase AI included (download code), Cubasis LE iOS app (unlocks), FM Essential Synth iOS app (unlocks)